Andy Murray, Roger Federer, and Gael Monfils will take part in a farewell exhibition for Stan Wawrinka, marking the end of the Swiss star's illustrious career. Scheduled for December 19 in Geneva, the event follows Wawrinka’s last competitive tournament at the Swiss Indoors in Basel next week.

This exhibition gains added significance as it also serves as a farewell for Monfils, who recently announced his retirement earlier than expected. Initially planning to retire at the 2026 Paris Masters, Monfils decided to step back from the sport following personal changes in his life, including his separation from fellow tennis player Elina Svitolina. The International Tennis Integrity Agency has officially listed him as retired, and he has withdrawn from anti-doping protocols, making him ineligible for competitive play.

Wawrinka, who faced Flavio Cobolli in the second round at the Lyon Open, confirmed the participation of his fellow tennis legends. He expressed the intent behind the exhibition, stating, “It’s a way to do something a bit more light-hearted... it’s also going to be quite heavy. It’s an emotional experience.”

The event, titled ‘One Last Backhand’, aims to celebrate Wawrinka’s career, featuring a one-set singles match against Monfils, followed by a two-set doubles match where Wawrinka and Federer will reunite to face Murray and Monfils. This exhibition promises to be a memorable send-off for a remarkable career.